7 Days in Florence: Unveiling Renaissance Treasures

Svenja Nath

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through the birthplace of the Renaissance. Discover awe-inspiring art, magnificent architecture, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Florence. Join me as I explore iconic museums, stroll through charming piazzas, and indulge in delectable Italian cuisine.

Trip to Florence

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Day 1Masterpieces at Opera del Duomo Museum and Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

$172

Statues by Michelangelo & Donatello, plus bronze-gilded baptistery panels in a restoration center.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$88

6 - 9 min

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Museum featuring invention models, designs & reproduced art of Leonardo da Vinci, plus a bookshop.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$84

Day 2Admiring Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery and Climbing Giotto's Bell Tower

$301

Art museum with Michelangelo sculptures, including David, plus Renaissance painting & Russian icons.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$175

8 - 11 min

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Celebrated red, green & white marble-clad Gothic tower with steps leading to a terrace & city views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$126

Day 3Marveling at the Grandeur of Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

Cathedral-flanked square with iconic historic, religious & artistic landmarks & museums.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Landmark 1200s cathedral known for its red-tiled dome, colored marble facade & elegant Giotto tower.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4A Journey Through Art at Uffizi Gallery

$217

16th-century building housing vast collection of Primitive & Renaissance paintings & masterpieces.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$217

Day 5Experiencing Royalty at Pitti Palace and Crossing Ponte Vecchio

$126

Gallery complex in Renaissance royal palace housing vast Italian & European masters art collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$126

5 - 8 min

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Picturesque medieval arched river bridge with Roman origins, lined with jewelry & souvenir shops.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6Exploring Renaissance Splendor at Strozzi Palace and Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

$189

Renaissance palace with permanent display on its history, plus major temporary art exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$84

12 - 17 min

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Neo-Gothic Franciscan church known for its Giotto frescoes, plus tombs of Michelangelo & Galileo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$105

Day 7Unveiling Secrets at Palazzo Vecchio

$84

Fortified, 13th-century palace housing lavishly decorated chambers & ornate courtyards.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$84

Budget breakdown: $1089 In total

Activities & Food:$1089